Mr. Ralph D'Amico, age 93, of Winchendon and formerly of East Boston, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2014.
Born in East Boston and a graduate of East Boston High School, he was the son of the late Pasquale and Delia (Mazza) D'Amico.
He served as a Corporal in the U.S. Army during WWII.
Ralph formerly owned the Ralph D'Amico Texaco Gas Station in Saugus. He then worked as a custodian at the Lynn Vocational and Technical Institute.
He enjoyed sports, especially hockey. But he especially enjoyed spending time with his family. Ralph also played the violin.
He leaves three daughters Marianne T. Doyle of Portsmouth, NH, Delores M. McLaughlin of Cotuit, MA, and Patricia P. Bourquin and her husband John of Winchendon, a sister Jenny D'Amico of East Boston, seven grandchildren Rhonda Martin, Kevin Doyle, Delores Bain, Warren Bain, Stephanie Goucher, Danielle McLaughlin and Suzanne Manning, three great-grandchildren Ashlynn Bain, Davin Bain and Natasha Martin, two nieces, a great-niece, a great-nephew and two great-greatnieces.
The funeral will be held on Friday at 11:30 AM from the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home 157 Maple Street, Lynn, followed by a funeral Mass in St. Pius V Church, 215 Maple Street, Lynn. Burial in Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, Lake Street, Peabody. Visitation period Friday morning starting at 10:00 AM. Donations in Ralph's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association., 480 Pleasant Street, Watertown MA 02472.
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March 4, 2014
Lisa Karmel
So sorry for your loss, Marianne, Delores and Patricia. I will always remember your Dad's warm smile,rosy cheeks and loving personality. He and your Mom will always have a special place in my heart and wonderful memories.
Lisa Venditelli Karmel
February 28, 2014
Joe Pecci
My uncle Ralph was a great man.He will always be loved and now he is with my Aunt. I love you Uncle. Joey Pecci
February 27, 2014
Anne Pecci Caldera
So many of our wonderful family memories are filled with days at the table of Auntie Edie and Uncle Ralph. We were always so happy to share holidays and special days with the D'Amico's. Uncle Ralph, may he rest in peace. He will be forever in my heart.
With love from your niece, Anne.
February 27, 2014
Andrew Doyle
Ralph, we will miss you and love you forever, but now we know you are with Edie and Glady and having a get togeather for forever Love Andy & Donna
February 27, 2014
Christina Taurasi
Marianne, Delores and Patty, we are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a wonderful person. Uncle Ralph, rest in peace. Love, Chris and Tony
February 26, 2014
Ralph you will be missed by all. You were a wonderful person,brother-in-law, and friend. We have wonderful memories from both you and Edith. Mario and Mary
February 26, 2014
Stephanie Goucher
Papa,, you lived a very long happy life. I'm going to miss your stories about back in the day... i love you with all my heart and will miss you everyday....
February 26, 2014
Georgette Petraglia
We are so sorry you are no longer here but you are with auntie Edie now. Rest in peace. We will miss you . Love georgette and Richard
February 26, 2014
Delores Mclaughlin
Dad I will miss you and love you very much. Love, Delores
February 26, 2014
Steve Pecci
My Uncle Ralph was just the nicest man I ever met. Always happy to see you and couldn't do enough to make your visit enjoyable. A truly beautiful person. Miss you already.
February 26, 2014
Paul Pecci
Uncle Ralph always had a great laugh and a charming smile. He was a gentleman and I will remember him with fond memories. Rest in peace. My deepest condolences to his family.
February 26, 2014
Delores Bain
I love you Papa and I will miss you deeply!
February 26, 2014
Natasha Martin
Great Grandfather, 93 years and it happened today February 25,2014. I will never forget you and I will always love you There will always be a special place in my heart for you. You were a strong soldier you fought in WW II and you were with me since I was born. Why couldn't you have stayed, we were going to have lunch together today. At first I didn't believe it but then I had too. I can't believe it happened. I will always love you. Love you Papa!!!!!!
February 26, 2014
Natasha Martin
Great Grandfather. 93 years and it happened today February 25, 2013. I will never forget you and I will always love you there will always be a special place in my heart for you. you were a strong soldier, you fought in WW II and you were there for me since I was born. why couldn't you have stayed, we were going to have lunch together today. at first I didn't believe it but then I had to. I cant believe it happened. I will never forget you. love you papa!
February 25, 2014
Jennifer Attardo
Love you Uncle Ralph... Rest in peace
February 25, 2014
The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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